A new state rule that requires voters to date mail-in envelopes led Lake County to reject 28 ballots in the May 5 primary, highlighting narrow cure options and confusion at the polls.

IMPD, with help from the FBI and DHS, detained people during a warrant service on Wolfgang Drive; authorities said there was no ongoing threat.

A registered sex offender in Indianapolis was arrested after allegedly messaging what he thought was a 14‑year‑old and sending explicit videos. He now faces multiple child‑solicitation counts.

Sheriffs met May 12–13 in Kokomo and French Lick for updates on INjail, DOJ funding and U.S. attorney briefings. The sessions aimed to equip county jails and legal teams.

Noblesville approved a $50M‑plus police headquarters at the former Firestone site, consolidating a growing department into one modern building.

Monroe County Health Department is investigating a suspected meningococcal case at Bloomington High School South and urging parents to watch for fever, headache, stiff neck and rash.

A Richmond woman was arrested after a child-abuse probe led to preliminary neglect and domestic battery charges, authorities say. Local agencies and child-welfare workers assisted the investigation.

A classroom chemical reaction at Fishers High on Friday drew a heavy police and fire response; crews destroyed the material and no injuries were reported.

Two all‑terrain track chairs meant to expand accessibility were stolen from Fort Harrison State Park; the DNR is offering a $5,500 reward.

A coalition of eight statewide groups has formed the Indiana Disability Alliance to defend Section 504 protections and protect Medicaid-funded home- and community-based services.

Scott County is directing opioid settlement money to EMS purchases and recovery nonprofits, prompting debate about whether the funds expand services or backfill budgets.

An 18-year-old Detroit Country Day lacrosse player faces a felony battery charge after prosecutors say he punched a Carmel High player during a May 2 game, causing a concussion.

State and federal officials link three Illinois listeria illnesses to Daisy Brand headcheese sold at delis. Consumers should check refrigerators and discard any product with a Mar 26 use‑by date.